Two Brothers in Business

Xu Jiahao and Xu Zhiqiang are brothers who grew up together in an urban village. One is hardworking and down-to-earth, while the other is ambitious. When the 2008 financial crisis hit, they seized an opportunity in the automotive aftermarket, starting with a tiny auto parts shop. Thanks to Jiahao’s technical skills and Zhiqiang’s connections, they quickly rose to prominence.

Cheng Xiaowen, a sales star whose rough edges had been worn down by reality, became the brothers’ business partner by chance. Her sharp market instincts complemented Jiahao’s craftsmanlike dedication and Zhiqiang’s appetite for risk, and Brothers Auto Parts grew into a regional leader within five years.

But as investors came in and the stakes grew, their brotherly bond began to fray amid IPO bets and battles over equity. Jiahao believes that “slow is fast,” while Zhiqiang lives by “fortune favors the bold.” Caught between them, Cheng Xiaowen is both a bargaining chip in their rivalry and the only person who can mend the rift...

When a carefully orchestrated corporate attack erupts, the brothers who once swore an oath of brotherhood are forced to turn their blades on each other. Is the business world simply heartless, or are people’s hearts easily changed?